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- Google Tightens Android Sideloading: Unverified Apps Now Face a 24-Hour Waitby Aminu Abdullahi on August 21, 2026 at 4:51 pm
Google’s new Android verification flow adds a 24-hour wait for apps from unverified developers as broader identity checks approach. The post Google Tightens Android Sideloading: Unverified Apps Now Face a 24-Hour Wait appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Alphabet’s Waymo Unveils Custom Silicon to Power Its Next-Gen Robotaxisby Aminu Abdullahi on August 21, 2026 at 4:41 pm
Waymo reveals custom 5nm AI chips built to process sensor data inside its robotaxis as the company scales its autonomous driving fleet. The post Alphabet’s Waymo Unveils Custom Silicon to Power Its Next-Gen Robotaxis appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Samsung Galaxy S26 FE: The Next Phone Reveal Is Almost Hereby Aminu Abdullahi on August 21, 2026 at 4:31 pm
Samsung will unveil a new Galaxy S26 device Aug. 27, with leaks pointing to the Galaxy S26 FE, a $799 price and several flagship features. The post Samsung Galaxy S26 FE: The Next Phone Reveal Is Almost Here appeared first on TechRepublic.
- ByteDance, Tencent Receive 20,000 Nvidia H200 Shipments Under Relaxed Beijing Rulesby Aminu Abdullahi on August 20, 2026 at 8:50 pm
ByteDance and Tencent have reportedly received their first Nvidia H200 shipments as Beijing eases chip restrictions but limits deployments in China. The post ByteDance, Tencent Receive 20,000 Nvidia H200 Shipments Under Relaxed Beijing Rules appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Garmin Patents Reveal Blood Sugar Ambitions as Apple Race Heats Upby Matt Gonzales on August 20, 2026 at 7:25 pm
Garmin patents reveal how the company is exploring wrist-based HbA1c tracking as Apple pursues its own non-invasive glucose monitoring technology. The post Garmin Patents Reveal Blood Sugar Ambitions as Apple Race Heats Up appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Google Tests Smartphone Photos for Insulin Resistance Riskby Liz Ticong on August 20, 2026 at 7:21 pm
Google tests AI-powered smartphone photos to estimate body composition and insulin-resistance risk, hinting at a new path for blood sugar tracking tools. The post Google Tests Smartphone Photos for Insulin Resistance Risk appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Apple’s macOS Leak Reveals a Much Bigger Hardware Roadmap Than Expectedby Matt Gonzales on August 20, 2026 at 6:53 pm
A macOS Tahoe 26.7 leak reveals unreleased Apple hardware, including new Macs, iPads, AirPods, smart-home devices, and Vision products. The post Apple’s macOS Leak Reveals a Much Bigger Hardware Roadmap Than Expected appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Pixel 11 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro: What $1,099 Gets Youby TechRepublic Staff on August 20, 2026 at 5:04 pm
At the same $1,099 starting price, Google and Apple split on camera reach, AI, pro video tools, update commitments, and ecosystem fit. The post Pixel 11 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro: What $1,099 Gets You appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Pixel Watch 5 vs Galaxy Watch9: Price, Battery, Features Comparedby TechRepublic Staff on August 20, 2026 at 2:49 pm
Galaxy Watch9 costs $20 less than Pixel Watch 5, but phone compatibility, battery life, and access to health features may matter more. The post Pixel Watch 5 vs Galaxy Watch9: Price, Battery, Features Compared appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Amazon Makes Alexa+ Free on Fire TV — No Prime Requiredby TechRepublic Staff on August 20, 2026 at 11:31 am
Amazon is rolling out Alexa+ at no additional cost to eligible US Fire TV owners, even without Prime. The move expands access to Amazon’s AI assistant while reserving some advanced features and Echo device access for subscribers. The post Amazon Makes Alexa+ Free on Fire TV — No Prime Required appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Google Pixel 11 Cheat Sheet: Specs, Prices & Model Comparisonby Liz Ticong on August 19, 2026 at 8:26 pm
Compare Google Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro XL specs, cameras, AI features, pricing, and key differences to choose the right model for you. The post Google Pixel 11 Cheat Sheet: Specs, Prices & Model Comparison appeared first on TechRepublic.
- 2,056 Humanoid Robots From 16 Countries Head to Beijing for World Robot Gamesby Aminu Abdullahi on August 19, 2026 at 7:40 pm
Beijing’s World Humanoid Robot Games will feature 2,056 robots from 16 countries, with tougher autonomy rules and more real-world industrial tasks. The post 2,056 Humanoid Robots From 16 Countries Head to Beijing for World Robot Games appeared first on TechRepublic.
- How to Charge Your Phone Without a Charger: Full Guideby TechRepublic Staff on August 19, 2026 at 4:25 pm
Learn how to charge your phone without a charger using power banks, laptops, cars, solar panels, and other backups, plus key airline battery rules. The post How to Charge Your Phone Without a Charger: Full Guide appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Google Reportedly Plans to Move All Pixel Production Out of China in 2027by TechRepublic Staff on August 19, 2026 at 2:04 pm
Google reportedly plans to shift all Pixel phone, smartwatch, and earbud production out of China starting in 2027, with Vietnam and India expected to take on larger manufacturing roles. The post Google Reportedly Plans to Move All Pixel Production Out of China in 2027 appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Leak Reveals Familiar Specs, Exynos 2500 Upgradeby TechRepublic Staff on August 19, 2026 at 12:33 pm
New Galaxy S26 FE leaks reveal Samsung’s next Fan Edition phone with an Exynos 2500 processor, familiar camera and battery hardware, and a revised design. Pricing, launch timing, and real-world performance remain unconfirmed. The post Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Leak Reveals Familiar Specs, Exynos 2500 Upgrade appeared first on TechRepublic.
- OnePlus Nord and N Series Price Hike: Five Phones Just Got More Expensiveby Liz Ticong on August 19, 2026 at 7:46 am
OnePlus raises prices on five phones in India by up to ₹4,000, affecting Nord and N Series buyers as memory costs climb across the industry. The post OnePlus Nord and N Series Price Hike: Five Phones Just Got More Expensive appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Washington Warns Apple Against Buying Chinese Memory Chips, But Can It Actually Stop Them?by Aminu Abdullahi on August 18, 2026 at 5:41 pm
Washington is pressuring Apple not to use Chinese memory chips, but existing U.S. restrictions may not amount to a straightforward ban on purchases. The post Washington Warns Apple Against Buying Chinese Memory Chips, But Can It Actually Stop Them? appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Apple Declares iPhone X and 2018 MacBook Pro Obsolete: What Owners Need to Knowby Joseph Ofonagoro on August 18, 2026 at 5:37 pm
Apple adds the iPhone X and 2018 MacBook Pro to its obsolete list, limiting authorized repairs. Learn what the designation means for device owners. The post Apple Declares iPhone X and 2018 MacBook Pro Obsolete: What Owners Need to Know appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Samsung Android 17 Cutoff: These Galaxy Phones May Miss the Upgradeby Matt Gonzales on August 18, 2026 at 4:31 pm
Samsung Galaxy S22 and other older Galaxy phones are expected to miss Android 17. See which devices may be cut off from One UI 9 and why it matters. The post Samsung Android 17 Cutoff: These Galaxy Phones May Miss the Upgrade appeared first on TechRepublic.
- Australia’s AI Dilemma: Build More at Home or Keep Paying Overseasby Matt Gonzales on August 18, 2026 at 4:02 pm
Australia is pushing for greater AI sovereignty as reliance on foreign models grows. Here’s what the shift could mean for Australian IT leaders. The post Australia’s AI Dilemma: Build More at Home or Keep Paying Overseas appeared first on TechRepublic.